KELVIN COLON
Hartford
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation, and business needs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4045
4045
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CDL A Truck Driver
Regional express LLC
Hartford
11.2023 - Current
- Operated heavy-duty trucks for long-haul transportation across multiple states.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations during all driving operations.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections for safety and maintenance needs.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and deliveries as required by law.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding route changes or delays.
- Performed pre-trip inspections on trucks, trailers, and cargo prior to each trip.
CDL Class A Truck Driver
Jireh Trucking Ine
Worcester
07.2022 - 11.2023
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Operated Class A trucks to transport goods safely and efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicles for safety compliance.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle maintenance records.
Picking and Receiving
Plimpton & Hills
Hartford
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Worked fast to meet assigned daily picking quotas.
- Used RF scanners to track orders and verify accuracy.
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
Recovery
BJ's Wholesale
West Hartford
07.2019 - 03.2021
Receiving and Seasonal
Lowe's
Newington
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Kept work areas clean, safe and organized.
- Loaded and unloaded boxes and pallets using safe operating procedures and correct equipment.
- Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse.
- Placed, tagged, and secured merchandise in diverse designated areas.
Education
CDLA: Tractor Trailer Training -
NETTTS
Somers, CTHigh School Diploma -
Opportunity Academy High School
Hartford, CTSkills
- Vehicle Systems
- Adjusting Routes
- Trip Planning
- Operational Efficiency
- Class A Commercial Driver's License
- Dependable and Cooperative
- Reliable and Responsible
- Dedicated worker
- Attention to detail
- Efficient driving
Languages
- Limited Working
- English, Full Professional
- Limited Working, Limited Working
Timeline
CDL A Truck Driver
Regional express LLC
11.2023 - Current
CDL Class A Truck Driver
Jireh Trucking Ine
07.2022 - 11.2023
Picking and Receiving
Plimpton & Hills
03.2021 - 07.2022
Recovery
BJ's Wholesale
07.2019 - 03.2021
Receiving and Seasonal
Lowe's
01.2018 - 05.2019
CDLA: Tractor Trailer Training -
NETTTS
High School Diploma -
Opportunity Academy High School